Anti-Corruption Push: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale says he has already terminated some officials and will remove more if there’s “a shadow of doubt” over corruption or misuse of public funds, with a hard line on resource-sector wrongdoing. Minimum Wage Process: The ILO and Solomon Islands’ labour ministry have started a three-day workshop to strengthen how minimum wages are set and reviewed, noting the last review was in 2019. Water Infrastructure: Solomon Water is progressing on three new Honiara concrete reservoirs at Tasahe, Titinge and Panatina, moving from completed structures into testing, commissioning and final preparations. Education Materials Rollout: Education Minister Stephen Kumi showcased new learner and teacher resources for Years 1–8 under the Free Education Policy, supported by New Zealand and Australia. EU Investment & Fisheries Jobs: The EU reaffirmed support for Solomon Islands and signalled confidence in the Bina Harbour tuna processing plant for Malaita’s jobs and local economic gains. EU Seafood Rules: Pacific fisheries authorities in Suva trained on new EU freezer-vessel food-safety requirements that could affect 97% of EU-listed Pacific vessels. Regional Cybercrime Law: Fiji hosted Pacific legal officers finalising a regional handbook to strengthen cybercrime laws and responses. Fuel & Cost Pressure: Australia pledged AUD$46m for police deployments in Solomon Islands, while rising fuel costs and economic strain remain a recurring theme across the region.